Esko Drops its Mascot After New MN Law
ESKO, Minn.–A new law in Minnesota is forcing a change of the Esko School District’s Mascot.
The Esko Eskomos will be discontinuing their mascot as of June 30, this after Minnesota lawmakers passed a law that prohibits the use of using indigenous cultures for sports team mascots and logos.
The Esko Eskomos is a play on the word “eskimo” which refers to Alaska Natives.
The ban is set to take effect on Sept. 1.
The school board voted unanimously on the change.
A new mascot and name has not yet been announced.
